Masks required indoors
Posted on: Monday, August 23, 2021 - 4:34pm |
Burn ban remains in place for several state parks
Posted on: Wednesday, December 8, 2021 - 1:29pm |
Reservable Facilities
Please use safe practices if you see a black bear while hiking.
Safe practices are:
Keeping a safe distance away from the bear.
Make loud noises by clapping hands or shouting "hey bear'"
Stay calm by staying still or slowly backing away from the bear, do not run from the bear.
Please report any bear sightings in the park to park staff at the visitor center.
Last updated on: Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Contact the park
828-966-9099
gorges@ncparks.gov
Addresses
Visitor center
976 Grassy Ridge Road
Sapphire, NC 28774
GPS: 35.0960, -82.9510
Frozen Creek access
Frozen Creek Road
Brevard, NC 28712
GPS: 35.1086, -82.8837
Hours
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- December to February:
7:00am to 7:00pm
- March to April:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- May to September:
7:00am to 10:00pm
- October:
7:00am to 9:00pm
- November
7:00am to 8:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- 8:00am to 7:30pm
- Closed Christmas Day
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- Open daily:
9:00am to 5:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
Facilities for rent
Check the reservations website for availability and prices.
In addition to campsites, you can reserve the following facilities at this park:
Auditorium
The auditorium accommodates up to 75 people. It has tables, chairs, and a complete A/V system. Reservations are required. Please call the park for more information.
Classroom
The classroom accommodates up to 40 people. It has tables, chairs, and sink. Reservations are required. Please call the park for more information.
Picnic Shelters
Two picnic shelters at Gorges State Park are affordable and ideal for large group outings. They each accommodate 100 people, and have fireplace, grill, electricity, water and restrooms.
Unreserved picnic shelters are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure availability, the White Pines picnic shelter can be reserved in advance for a fee.
Park Maps and Brochures:
